GFCI in bathrooms -- distance to sink

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Originally Posted By: bbadger
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Greg what about a laundry without a sink, an overzealous inspector could deem the washer water connection is a water source.


That aside I am all for GFCI protection, I would not complain at all if the NEC said all circuits (with a few exceptions) had to have GFCI protection.

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Originally Posted By: pabernathy
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Or what about a connection to a fridge that has a ice maker…in most kitchens the fridge is dedicated to the applicance and does not have to be GFCI protected…however it does have a water source to it and the plug would most certainly be within 6 feet of it…


I agree in the whelm of protection I am one of those that believe more is better.....as bob stated with exceptions just as I am a fan of AFCI's but thats a whole different story...![icon_smile.gif](upload://b6iczyK1ETUUqRUc4PAkX83GF2O.gif)

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Originally Posted By: lwillick
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Brian & Shawn:


Good information and replies. It is good to see common sense and intelligence. Many times all that is being implemented is minamal or basic requirements. Keep up the god work guys.


Regards


larry